Join the PressProgress news team before and after the English Federal Leaders’ Debate for in-depth commentary and analysis as Canada’s main party leaders go head to head on Thursday, April 17, 2025.
When and what time is the debate?
The English debate will begin at 7 p.m. EDT on Thursday, April 17.
When is the PressProgress live stream show?
PressProgress will be going live online Thursday evening, April 17 at:
- 6:00 p.m. EDT for a pre-show, 1 hour before the debate; and
- 9:00 p.m. EDT (approximately) for a post-show, after the debate.
How can I tune in, and what will be on it?
Register on the Eventbrite page for the live stream to be send directly to your inbox. The PressProgress news team will provide in-depth commentary and analysis along with special guests and experts, including:
- Luke LeBrun, Editor
- Stephen Magusiak, Alberta Reporter
- Eric Wickham, Ontario Reporter
- Emma Arkell, Labour Reporter
- Andre Goulet, Harbinger Media Network
- Ricardo Acuña, Parkland Institute
- Arshy Mann, Hatchet Media
- Claire Ross, Pivot
- Savannah Stewart, The Rover
- Jonathan Goldsbie, William Southam Journalism Fellow
How can I watch the Leaders’ debate, in between the PressProgress show?
The debate will be broadcast by national broadcasters across various platforms. The official Leaders’ Debates Commission has a comprehensive list with details here.
